Partners & Investors

Upstate Colorado Economic Development is funded through investments by Private Sector Companies, Public Sector Municipalities, Business Organizations, Quasi-Governmental Organizations, Educational Institutions, and Nonprofit Agencies. Our investors are the backbone of our organization. They provide the resources needed to carry out our region’s economic development priorities—to create high-wage, high-value jobs through diversification of the local industry base.

Long-term investment in Upstate Colorado returns big dividends, both for the community and local businesses. Upstate works closely with both public and private sector stakeholders because we believe our success is directly linked to increased opportunity for everyone. Investors pool resources together in order to sustain the work of the organization and cultivate a more competitive and diverse business climate.

CSU AgInnovation Summit bringing industry, research, and education together to discuss all things agriculture and food.

From Left to Right:Rich Werner-CEO/President for Upstate Colorado Economic DevelopmentKathay Rennels- CSU Vice President for EngagementTom Johnson- CSU Associate Director of Community & Economic Development ... See MoreSee Less